Author Question: Which one of the following is incorrect in the application of a tourniquet? A) If possible, the ... (Read 58 times)

lidoalex

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Which one of the following is incorrect in the application of a tourniquet?
 
  A) If possible, the tourniquet should be placed on a joint.
  B) The tourniquet should be 2 to 4 inches wide.
  C) A blood pressure cuff can be used as a tourniquet.
  D) The tourniquet should be placed approximately 2 inches above the bleeding.

Question 2

A newborn has a heart rate of 86 and regular, unlabored respirations at 40 . Cyanosis of the extremities is present. You should:
 
  a. blow oxygen across the newborn's face.
  b. wait for 1 minute, then reassess the pulse to see whether it is increasing.
  c. begin chest compressions immediately.
  d. immediately begin positive-pressure ventilation with a bag-valve mask.



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Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

d



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